[ Ten—the age Bitterblue had been when Katsa had found her huddling in a trunk and clutching a knife too big for her for dear life. Of course, Bitterblue had been a circumstance all her own. But other girls that age had come too, once Katsa had offered lessons in Bitterblue City. ]

Of course, and I'll be happy to do it. But some of them may also wish to contribute to their own safety, even if they'll never have to—as I hope they don't.